Kidney Structure and Function Worksheet
A Grade 11 Science worksheet focusing on the anatomy and physiology of the human kidney, including its role in excretion and osmoregulation.
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Read each question carefully and answer to the best of your ability. Use the provided diagram to answer relevant questions.
Observe the diagram of the human kidney cross-section and answer the following questions.
1. Label the following parts on the diagram above: Renal cortex, Renal medulla, Renal pelvis, Ureter, Renal artery, Renal vein.
2. Which of the following is the primary function of the glomerulus in the nephron?
Reabsorption of water
Filtration of blood
Secretion of waste products
Production of hormones
3. The functional unit of the kidney is the .
Kidney lobe
Renal pyramid
Nephron
Bowman's capsule
4. The process by which the kidneys maintain the balance of water and salts in the body is called .
5. Urine leaves the kidney through the and is stored in the .
6. Explain the role of ADH (Antidiuretic Hormone) in regulating water balance in the kidneys.
7. The renal artery carries deoxygenated blood away from the kidney.
True
False
8. Selective reabsorption primarily occurs in the Bowman's capsule.
True
False